Springfield Armory M1A 18″ 308 Semi Auto Rifle W/ BM59 Paratrooper Stock
SOLD FOR: $2,424.99
LSB#: LSB260422RS006
Make: Springfield Armory
Model: M1A in a BM59 Alpini/Paratrooper stock
Serial Number: 023391
Year of Manufacture: May 1985 Verified with Springfield
Caliber: 7.62×51 NATO
Action Type: Semi-auto, 20 round detachable box magazine fed.
Markings:
Receiver: “U.S. RIFLE 7.62-MM M1A SPRINGFIELD ARMORY 023391”
Bolt: “7790186 TRW ZG”
Op Rod: “7267064”
Trigger Group: “7267030-S”
Hammer: “C46008-1 W.R.A.”
The Stock: The left flank has a small DOD cartouche, The left side of the butt plate is marked “BA”.
Windage Knob: Left twice with arrows and “DRC”.
Barrel Length: 18″, 19″ with the muzzle device which appears to be the classic flash hider that has been cut down and refinished.
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a blade set between two protective wings. The rear sight is a fully adjustable aperture sight set between two protective wings.
Stock Configuration & Condition: This Alpini/Paratrooper style stock includes a walnut forend with polymer pistol grip and folding/collapsing wire frame stock with rubber butt pad. There are three sling rings and a wooden handguard. The length of pull is 13.75″. The wood shows compressions and surface level lines scattered throughout. The handguard shows a chip missing from the rear right side edge. The inside of the receiver cut in the wooden portion of the stock has been filled with bedding compound however the rifle is not bedded to the stock. There are no cracks. The pistol grip shows some nicks and minor scratches. The folding wire frame portion of the stock functions correctly, showing some discoloration from age with some spots of surface rust freckling. The rubber is fairly hard but is not splitting. The hinge shows some scattered marks and finish loss. Overall the stock set is in Very Good condition.
Magazine Quantity & Condition: The rifle includes one 20 round magazine in Very Good+ condition.
Type of Finish: Parkerized
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is mostly bright and the rifling is well defined. There is minor visible erosion / pitting in the bore. The feed ramps show some copper fouling. In this writer’s opinion, this bore rates 6.25/10.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 95% of its metal finish. The exterior shows some minor marks. The bolt and receiver show minor rub wear on the friction surfaces. The gas plug shows tool marks. The markings are clear and the screw heads are sharp. Overall this rifle is in Good+-Very Good condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We did not fire this rifle. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This rifle includes the magazine and leather sling.
Our Assessment: This Springfield Armory M1A was manufactured in May 1985 and is chambered in .308 Winchester with an 18-inch barrel, creating a handier and more compact variant of the classic M14-pattern rifle. The rifle is fitted with a traditional M14-style flash hider that appears to have been shortened creating a very unique look. Early Springfield Armory M1A rifles from this era are highly regarded for their quality and close ties to the military heritage of the M14 service rifle, offering shooters a robust and accurate semi-automatic platform chambered in a full-power rifle cartridge.
What truly sets this rifle apart is its installation in a BM59 Alpini/Paratrooper-style stock assembly. The stock features a wood handguard paired with a polymer pistol grip and a distinctive wire-frame folding stock that not only folds for compact storage and transport but also collapses down making the profile of the wire frame smaller when stowed. A small rubber butt pad provides a practical improvement in shooter comfort while preserving the unique military aesthetic of the design. Inspired by the Italian Beretta BM59, itself an evolution of the M1 Garand, this configuration gives the rifle an unmistakable Cold War appearance that stands apart from conventional M1A builds. The result is an exceptionally unique rifle that blends American M14 heritage with the innovative styling and functionality of one of the Garand family’s most fascinating descendants. Please see our high quality photos via the link and best of luck with your bidding!!!-R.L.